
Vincennes Woman Arrested for Alleged Battery to a Child
A Vincennes woman is being held on 25-thousand dollars cash bond following her arrest on a warrant for battery on a child under 14. 34 year-old Tina Ramey was arrested on the charge filed Tuesday in Knox Circuit Court. Vincennes Police arrested her at a home in the 17-hundred block of Wabash Avenue. Ramey's initial hea...
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ISP Arrest Washington Man on Child Porn C harges
Washington Man Arrested for Distributing and Possessing Child Pornography Jds 5-27-2025 A Washington man was arrested Wednesday for distributing and possessing child pornography 42-year-old Chad Cooper was arrested following the execution of a residential search warrant. &ensp...
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Knox County Council Figuring Figures for 2026, With Pending Budget Cuts
The Knox County Council is still figuring up the impact of an approved tax cut earlier this year by the Indiana Legislature. County Council president Mike Morris knows even though the reduction isn't as bad for Knox County, it will still per painful. At this point, Morris is not sure if-or how-the cuts would affect a p...
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Pipe Replacement Set for SR 159 IN Sullivan County
The Indiana Department of Transportation says State Road 159 in Sullivan County is scheduled to be closed on or around Monday for four pipe replacement projects. Crews will close State Road 159 between Dugger and Pleasantville. &e...
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VCS, Sodexho Working on Summer Food Program
Vincennes Community Schools is underway with its summer food program, with a combination of in=person and take-home options. The program is being provided by V-C-S-C food provider Sodexho. Tara Lips is with Sodexho. She says through late June, the program is a combination of weekday sites, and weekend take-home meals. ...
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Special Olympics Starts This Weekend; Local Athletes Competing in Early June
The Special Olympics Indiana Summer Games are coming up, and the Law Enforcement Torch Run is set tomorrow. Officers from across the state will gather in Indianapolis and Terre Haute to take part. They'll carry the "Flame of Hope" to kick off the 2025 Summer Games. In Terre Haute, a three-mile run begins at n...
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Measles Outbreak Over in Indiana
Indiana's measles outbreak is over. All eight cases in the Hoosier state were reported in Allen County. There have been no new cases found since April 21st, and the cases have no known links to other outbreaks. T...
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VU Board of Trustees Considering Flatlined Tuition for the Next Two Years
Vincennes University's Board of Trustees is considering a flat-lined tuition for the next two years. The issue will come up at its session June ninth at 11:30 am. The session will be held in Vincennes, with meeting links as well at V-U's locations in Indianapolis and Jasper. The session will be a regular meeting of the...
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IL Legislature Advances Gun Bill
A new safe gun storage bill is advancing in Illinois. The Illinois House Gun Violence Prevention Committee approved legislation that would require all guns to be put in safe storage if there are minors, at risk people, or Illinoisans ineligible for...
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Isaiah 1:17 House to Hold Training Session Next Week
The Isaiah 1:17 House group is seeking volunteers to help deal with displaced kids due to various proceedings. The House is located on Hart Street Road near Vincennes. Isaiah 1:17 House director Jacqueline Cunningham says the best first step to become a volunteer is to reach out them on their Facebook page. Cunningham ...
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Tough Baseball Loss for LHS to Jasper; Beard/Carie Take Doubles Sectional Title
Last nig ht at League Stadium, the Vincennes Lincoln Alices led 4-2 with one out in the 7th inning. However, they could nothold the lead, as Jasper scored two in the 7th to tie, and two in the 8th to win, 6-4. Brody Phillips had a 3 for 4 night for the Alices, with Luke Hall, Colton Wonning, and Will Hambrick with two ...
22h ago

Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
Vincennes Rivet's Rachel Jacqumain is headed to the state track and field championships with some momentum, as she won the 400 meter run in the Evansville Regionals. Her time was 58.01 seconds. She also finished 8th in the 200 meters. Both Knox County softball teams saw their season come to an end. At the Gibson Southe...
May 28, 2025

Softball Sectionals Continue Across Area
Action got underway in the girls high school softball tournament. At the Linton 2-A Sectional, North Knox saw its season come to an end, as Sullivan defeated them 11-10. The Lady Warriors trailed 11-5 after five innings, but came back to score five in the final two innings, and had the tying run on base, when the game ...
May 27, 2025

Knox County Sports Recap for Friday
The Vincennes Lincoln baseball team lost 4-1 to the Gibson Southern Titans on the road yesterday. Landon Johnson led the way with two hits for the Alices, with Brady Anderson driving in the only LHS run. Justice Johnson took the loss on the mount for the Alices. Vincennes Lincoln is back in action tomorrow with two gam...
May 23, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
Former North Knox High School standout Graycie Poe has announced a transfer to the University of Indianapolis. Poe made the announcement on her Facebook page. Before this, Poe had been at Limestone Community College. However, her time and Limestone ended when the school closed its doors. Poe will move th the Indianapol...
May 22, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
The Vincennes Lincoln tennis team advances to the semifinal round of the Vincennes Tennis Sectional last night, defeating Rivet 5-0. The Alices will now face South Knox in one semifinal this afternoon; the other features Washington versus Washington Catholic. The sectional final is set for tomorrow. At least three Knox...
May 21, 2025

KC Sports Roundup for Tuesday
The Vincennes Lincoln tennis sectional matchups are now set. Starting tonight-weather allowing-Vincennes Rivet will face Vincennes Lincoln. Tomorrow night-again if weather holds-Washington Catholic will face Washington, with South Knox playing the winner of the Lincoln-Rivet match. At this time, the championship match ...
May 20, 2025

Knox County Sports Recap for Friday
A new team is coming into the Southwest Confernece, as Cloverdale will join the football-based conference from the 2026 season. The Clovers join North Knox, North Daviess, North Central, and Eastern Greene in conference. The Rivet baseball team was defeated 7-2 by Northeast Dubois yesterday at St. A Vincent Field. The ...
May 16, 2025

Knox County Sports Recap for Thursay
The Vincennes Lincoln softball team scored seven runs in the last two innings to reverse a 6-1 deficit, and win 7-6 at Four Lakes Park over Evansville North. Addy Alton had a 2 for 3 night, including the game winning hit in the bottom of the 7th. Emma Cunningham also added two hits in the victory. The Lady Alices impro...
May 15, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices fell 10-0 to Jasper last night at Ruxer Field. Will Hambrick and Brody Phillips led the Alices with two hits apiece. Lincoln is now 14-7; the two teams will meet next two weeks from tonight in the 3-A Sectional at Southridge. Next up for LHS is the Pike Central Chargers on Senior Night; tha...
May 14, 2025
Barbara Holscher, 77, Vincennes
Barbara Holscher, 77, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away surrounded by her family on May 21, 2025. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on December 29, 1947, to the late William and Inez (Young) Seitzinger. Barbara graduated from Decker High School in 1965 and continued her education with Vincennes University, graduating ...
May 28, 2025

Jeffrey Wolfe, 62, formerly Bicknell
effrey James Wolfe, 62, of West Deptford, formerly of Mickleton, went home to be with the Lord on May 21, 2025. Jeff was born on April 5, 1963, in Vincennes, IN to James and Dorothy (Westfall) Wolfe. He graduated from North Knox High School (1981) and Asbury University (1985). After ringing bells for the Salvation Army...
May 27, 2025
Brandin Grant, 39, Vincennes
Brandin John Grant, aged 39, of Vincennes, IN, passed away on May 21, 2025, leaving a legacy of laughter and love. Born on March 14, 1986, in Beaver Dam, KY, Brandin's humor and courageous spirit were a gift to all who knew him. Brandin was a devoted husband, marrying the love of his life, Natosha "Hill" Gran...
May 25, 2025

Shirley Black, 85, Vincennes
Shirley W. Black, 85, of Vincennes was welcomed home by our Heavenly Father on May 22nd, 2025. She was born on November 18th, 1939, in Vincennes. The sixth of nine children born to Walter & Christina (Williams) Taylor. Shirley met the love of her life, Donald Black, in January of 1960. They were engaged on February...
May 23, 2025
Rachel Brown, 99, formerly of Freelandville
Rachel S. "Schaefer" Brown, aged 99, passed away on May 21, 2025, in Raymore, MO. She was born in Indiana on April 20, 1926, to her loving parents, Louis and Esther "Grabbe" Schaefer. Rachel's life was characterized by her warm smile and friendly demeanor that endeared her to all. A proud graduate o...
May 23, 2025
Barbara Snyder, 88, Vincennes
Barbara B. Snyder, 88, of Vincennes, died on May 17, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. Barbara was born in Berwyn, Illinois, on January 22, 1937, to Myron P. and Doris Kinney Boehm. She was a graduate of Hanover College and Indiana University. Barbara served as a teacher for thirty-three years, most of which ...
May 22, 2025

Bradley Toney, 69, Oaktown
Bradley Lee Toney, 69, of Oaktown, IN passed away Tuesday May 20, 2025 at his residence. Brad was born July 18, 1955 in Rapid City, SD, the son of Larry and Doris (Baughman) Toney. Throughout his 13 years of school he attended 12 different schools in various states and countries while his father served in the Air Force...
May 22, 2025

William Wiscaver, 78, Freelandville
William Edward Wiscaver, called Bill by most, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 in Freelandville, IN, on May 20, 2025. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on June 14, 1946, and his life was defined by the love he had for his family, his dedication to his ...
May 22, 2025

David F. Crane, 83, Nashville, TN
David Forrest Crane, 83, of Nashville, Tennessee, was welcomed into the arms of his Savior on May 13, 2025. Born on January 24, 1942, in Indianapolis, Indiana, David grew up in Loogootee, Indiana, and lived a life defined by boundless love for people, an unshakable faith in Jesus, and an eternal optimism that inspired ...
May 21, 2025

Barbara Snyder, 88, Vincennes
Barbara B. Snyder, 88, of Vincennes, died on May 17, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. Barbara was born in Berwyn, Illinois, on January 22, 1937, to Myron P. and Doris Kinney Boehm. She was a graduate of Hanover College and Indiana University. Barbara served as a teacher for thirty-three years, most of which ...
May 20, 2025

Bob Schutter, 91, Bicknell
Robert, "Bob" Schutter Senior, 91, of Bicknell, IN passed on peacefully at his home May 13, 2025. He was born in Vincennes, IN on May 5, 1934, to the late Fred & Leona (Pruitt) Schutter. Bob is known for getting things done fast & efficiently. He was never one to be left behind & loved a challenge...
May 16, 2025

Brian Andrews, 70, Vincennes
Brian Patrick Andrews, born on April 20, 1955, in Mt. Carmel, Illinois, passed away on May 8, 2025, in Vincennes, Indiana. Brian left this world, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, warm-heartedness, and laughter that echoed through the lives of all who knew him. After graduating from Lincoln High School in 1973 and o...
May 13, 2025
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